Tucked away in a little known side street off Piccadilly this Gaucho Restaurant provides a bit of the Pampas and Buenos Aires relocated to the heart of the West End. As you soon as you enter the restaurant the aroma of meat sizzling on the open grills hits you. As well as steak we do offer a selection of other dishes including fish, chicken, ceviche and vegetarian options.

At Gaucho we pride ourselves on the basic philosophy of provenance. To us this means authenticity, assurance and rigorous attention to obtain the finest quality ingredients at source. This dedication ensures that every time you visit us, you experience the true essence of Argentine cuisine. Its food, its wine, its culture and importantly the passion of its people.

Decked out in cowhide, mirrors and chandeliers we offer a full range of Argentine cuts of luxury beef, including the tender Bife de Lomo, aged for six to eight weeks and then flown in from Buenos Aires.

The Martini

The Gaucho Martini is served dry with a large measure of Tanqueray No. TEN gin or Belvedere vodka, stirred over ice with Noilly Prat dry vermouth and served with a lemon twist or olives If you prefer, your Martini can be prepared wet or dirty with a vodka or gin of your choice from our extensive back bar

Digestif Cocktails

£12.95

Sazerac

One to One Sazerac: Jim Beam Double Oak bourbon and Courvoisier XO Cognac, stirred down and finished with a spray of La Fée absinthe. If you prefer your Sazerac any other way, please inform your server

White Wines

Torrontés

Originally thought to come from Galicia in Spain, this unique grape variety achieves its true potential in the northern province of Salta, home to the highest vineyards in the world. Studies have recently revealed that Torrontés is indeed a native varietal to Argentina, being a cross between Muscatel de Alexandria and Criolla Chica. Torrontés provides a unique match with the ceviches. Aromatic, floral and high in acidity, clean, fresh elderflower and lychee with a pink grapefruit and citrus finish

£25.00

'Selección G' Michel Torino 2016 (Unoaked)

1750m Cafayate, Salta

£41.00

El Porvenir De Cafayate 'Probeta' 2015 (Unoaked, Single Vineyard)

1750m Cafayate, Salta

£39.00

Susana Balbo 'Lujanita' 2015 (Unoaked)

1150–1750m Cafayate, Salta / Altamira, Mendoza

£32.00

Lorca 'Riquisimo' 2015 (Unoaked)

800m Famatina, La Rioja

Semillon

Semillon is an old variety in Argentina, ripe for a comeback. A few producers are reviving old vine Semillon to it's former glory. Watch this space. Touches of honey, ripe peach and apricot with smokey notes from the cooler regions

£56.00

Mendel 'G' 2013/15

1150m Altamira, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£51.25

Humberto Canale 'Old Vine' 2015

350m Rio Negro, Patagonia

Chardonnay

Chardonnay likes a cool climate, and so is well suited to the higher regions of Mendoza. The beauty of the fruit from Tupungato in the Uco Valley, is preserved by the wonderful acidity and mineral rich soils. Without oak this shows clean and fresh white fruits; with oak it offers some buttery complexity and steely mineral ripe fruits

£48.00

Tapiz 'Uno En Uno' 2015

1350m Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£56.75

Flichmann 'Paisaje De Tupangato' 2012 (Single Vineyard)

1300m Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£34.25

Atamisqué 'Semillita Del Sur' 2016 (Unoaked)

1300m Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£64.00

Finca Suarez 2014

1150m Altamira, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£27.50

'Selección G' Bodega Fabre 2015 (Unoaked)

1067m Luján de Cuyo, Uco Valley, Mendoza

Viognier

Viognier is especially good in the cool Uco Valley region in Mendoza. Heady and full-bodied with apricots and lime, profound and intense

£41.00

Atamisqué 'Semillita Del Sur' 2014/15 (Unoaked)

1300m Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£27.50

'Selección G' Luigi Bosca 2014/15 (Unoaked)

800m Barrancas, Maipú, Mendoza

Riesling

Riesling is rare in Argentina, but is increasingly being planted in the cool areas of the Uco Valley and some old vines exist in Patagonia. Mineral, steely with fresh apple and searing acidity

Red Wines

Bonarda Argentina

We now know that this is not originally an Italian grape of the same name, but a French grape from the Savoie called Corbeau. Bonarda is second only to Malbec in terms of volume of wines made in Argentina, and provides wonderful quality, especially from the old vineyards of eastern Mendoza. Ripe and soft in the mouth, dark dried fruits and candied peel with spice

£25.00

'Selección G' Zuccardi 2015

680–1050m Agrelo/ Santa Rosa, Mendoza

£33.50

Lorca 'Riquisimo' 2016

800–1200m Medrano/ Los Arboles, Mendoza

£58.75

El Enemigo 'El Barranco' 2012 (Single Vineyard)

800m Barrancas, Maipú, Mendoza

£58.75

El Enemigo 'El Paraiso' 2012 (Single Vineyard)

760m Medrano, Maipú, Mendoza

Tannat

Tannat, hailing from south west France, has now found a natural home in the province of Salta. Molasses and jasmine on the nose. Rich and very full-bodied

£37.50

El Esteco'don David' 2014

1750m Cafayate, Salta

£72.75

Susana Balbo 'Mandala' 2012

1750m Cafayate, Salta

£49.25

El Porvenir De Cafayate 'Probeta' 2015 (Unoaked)

1750m Cafayate, Salta

Criolla

The oldest of all grape varietals in Argentina. Sometimes referred to as 'Pais' or 'Mission' in the rest of Latin America. Light, fresh, crunchy red fruits. Perfect summer drinking

£54.25

Cara Sur 2015 (Unoaked)

1500m Barreal, Calingasta, San Juan

Merlot

This Bordeaux grape needs a cool but sunny climate and so is at its best at altitude, where warm days and cool nights lengthen the ripening of the grapes for more intensity and complexity. Patagonia is also showing much promise for this variety. Rich and plummy, sweet spice and bitter chocolate with ripe fruits, dates and raisins. Soft and rich in the mouth

£45.50

Bodega Fabre 'Fuera De Serie No. 5' 2013

1067m Vistalba, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

£41.00

Aniello 2015 (Unoaked)

350m Mainqué, Rio Negro, Patagonia

£85.00

Fabre Montmayou 'Gran Reserva' 2012

300m Rio Negro, Patagonia

£36.75

Malma 'Fruta Primaria' 2015 (Single Vineyard)

250m Neuquén, Patagonia

Petit Verdot

This late ripening and sometimes temperamental grape is increasingly planted for single varietal wines in Mendoza. Black ink, dried flowers and pencil shavings with a lot of graphite. Intense

£82.25

Atamisqué 2011/12 (Single Vineyard)

1300m Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£88.25

Casarena 'Lauren's Vineyard' 2012 (Single Vineyard)

1000m Perdriel, Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza

£49.50

Trapiche 'Fincas' 2010

760m Maipú, Mendoza

Tempranillo

Tempranillo's origins lie in the Rioja region in Spain. Outside Spain, Argentina is the most important producer of this grape and is gaining a reputation for this variety. Nutty fruits and tobacco leaf with rich, ripe fruits and dried flowers. Very rich in the mouth

£69.50

O Fournier 'G' 2012 + Cabernet Sauvignon/Malbec

1180m El Cepillo, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£29.50

'Selección G' Luigi Bosca 2014

800m Barrancas, Maipú, Mendoza

£58.75

Zuccardi 'Corte G' 2012/13

680m Santa Rosa, Mendoza

Pinot Noir

Patagonia is pinning much of its future on Pinot Noir – the most demanding of all grapes to grow. Here the cool winds, high sunshine intensity and mineral soils make for a unique style and quality that gets better and better in this new region. Light and fresh, crushed raspberry and morello cherry with earthy tones. Complex, elegant and rich from Patagonia

£49.50

Trapiche 'Fincas' 2013

1250m Uco Valley, Mendoza

£71.75

Susana Balbo 'Mandala' 2012

1150m Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

£41.00

Luigi Bosca 'El Paraiso' 2014

800m Barrancas, Maipú, Mendoza

£34.75

Familia Schroeder 'Piedra Cereza' 2015

250m Neuquen, Patagonia

£62.50

Humberto Canale 'Old Vine' 2014 (Single Vineyard)

250m Rio Negro, Patagonia

Syrah/shiraz

Syrah likes some heat, so is well suited to the province of San Juan and the east of Mendoza, resulting in wines with guts and character. Of late, Salta is producing some fabulous Syrah/Shiraz. Black cherry and kirsch with black pepper and juicy tannins in the mouth

Rosé

Cabernet Franc

Like the rest of the Bordeaux varieties, Cabernet Franc has found its home in Argentina. This grape is traditionally blended, but is increasingly made as a single varietal in Mendoza and the Rio Negro, producing leafy and elegantly aromatic wines. Leafy, menthol and deep black fruits. Brooding complexity and very fresh and clean finish. Medium-bodied

£69.50

Susana Balbo 'Mandala' 2014

1300m Gualtallary, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£45.50

Atamisqué 'Semillita Del Sur' 2014 (Unoaked)

1250m Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£61.00

'El Philosopho' 2014 (Single Vineyard)

1200m Chacáyes, Tunuyán, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£39.95

'Corte G Uco Uco' 2013 + Malbec

1150m Vista Flores/La Consulta, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£43.75

Tinto Negro 'Arenoso' 2014

1150m Chacáyes, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£88.25

Casarena 'Lauren's Vineyard' 2011/12 (Single Vineyard)

1000m Perdriel, Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza

£49.50

Trapiche 'Fincas' 2014

760m Cruz De Piedra, Maipú, Mendoza

Bodega Fabre 'Fuera De Serie No. 6' 2013

1067m Vistalba, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

£25.00

Half Bottle 375ml

Cabernet Sauvignon

The terroir of Argentina is perfect for Cabernet, since it needs a consistently warm climate to ensure a full ripening period. Cabernet Sauvignon is rarely made on its own to such character, intensity and finesse as in Argentina. Cassis, tobacco and menthol on the nose. Fresh and minty with very fine and, in cool climate, grippy tannins. Complex and full-bodied

£51.25

El Porvenir De Cafayate 'Probeta' 2012/14 (Single Vineyard)

1750m Cafayate, Salta

£37.50

El Esteco 'Don David' 2014

1750m Cafayate, Salta

£35.75

Finca Sophenia 'Ruta 89' 2014

1300m Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£56.00

Gran Lurton 2011

1150m Chacáyes, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£71.75

Susana Balbo 'Mandala' 2011 (Single Vineyard)

1120m El Cepillo, San Carlos, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£78.00

Sonvida 2010 (Single Vineyard)

1029m Altamira, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£28.50

'Selección G' Bodega Fabre 2015

800–1067m Luján de Cuyo, Maipú, Mendoza

£63.50

Benegas 'Old Vine Blend' 2013 + Cabernet Franc/Petit Verdot

760m Cruz de Piedra, Maipú, Mendoza

Malbec

Malbec is the jewel in Argentina's crown. Below are some of the finest Malbecs in the world which, when combined with the beef, offer an unbeatable food/wine combination. Malbec is also beautiful with chocolate. Ripe black fruits, raspberry and ripe cherry, with silky soft tannins that feel like melting chocolate. Sweet and ripe tannins. Complex but always drinkable

Viña Patricia 2013

From our own 80-year-old vineyards. Made by Mauricio Lorca. 980m Lunlunta, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

£13.25

Glass 175ml

£51.25

Bottle

Viña Patricia 'D'oro' 2013

A nine barrel selection from our own vineyards in Lunlunta. 980m Lunlunta, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

£17.25

Glass 175ml

£71.75

Bottle

£320.00

Colomé 'Altura Maxima' 2013

3111m Molinos. The result of 10 years work, from the highest vineyard in the world

Malbec - Anatomy of a Vineyard

Altamira

The following six wines are all taken from a small six hectare vineyard in Paraje Altamira, a region in the Uco Valley, Mendoza which has just been designated it's own appellation. We look at the effect of different soil compositions with four Malbecs that were picked from seperate parts of this vineyard. Made for Gaucho by Alejandro Sejanovich

Red

Malbec from our own 80-year-old vineyards. Made by Mauricio Lorca. 980m Lunlunta, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

£13.25

Glass

Viña Patricia 'D'oro' 2013 Malbec

A nine barrel selection from our own vineyards in Lunlunta. 980m Lunlunta, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

£17.25

Glass

Colomé Terruño 'De Gran Altura' 2014 Malbec (Unoaked)

2650–3111m Colomé, Salta

£14.50

Glass

'Selección G' Bodega Fabre 2015 Malbec

1067m Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

£7.50

Glass

£19.95

Pot

'Selección G' Zuccardi 2015 Bonarda Argentina

680–1050m Agrelo/Santa Rosa, Mendoza

£6.50

Glass

£16.75

Pot

'Selección G' Bodega Fabre 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon

800–1067m Luján de Cuyo, Maipú, Mendoza

£7.25

Glass

£18.95

Pot

Gran Lurton 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon

1150m Chacáyes, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£14.00

Glass

Trapiche 'Fincas' 2014 Cabernet Franc

760m Cruz de Piedra, Maipú, Mendoza

£12.50

Glass

'Selección G' La Guarda 2012 Syrah/Shiraz

900m Tulum Valley, San Juan

£8.50

Glass

£22.95

Pot

Flichmann 'Canto Rodado' 2012 Syrah/Shiraz

800m Barrancas, Maipú, Mendoza

£14.75

Glass

Familia Schroeder 'Piedra Cereza' 2015 Pinot Noir

250m San Patricio del Chañar, Neuquén, Patagonia

£8.75

Glass

£23.00

Pot

Malma 'Fruta Primaria' 2015 Merlot

250m Neuquén, Patagonia

£9.25

Glass

£24.50

Pot

Bodega Fabre 'Fuera De Serie No. 5' 2013 Merlot

1067m Vistalba, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

£11.75

Glass

Zuccardi 'Corte G' 2012/13 Tempranillo

680m Santa Rosa, Mendoza

£14.75

Glass

'Selección G' Luigi Bosca 2014/15 Tempranillo

800m Barrancas, Maipú, Mendoza

£7.35

Glass

£19.75

Pot

Ruta 89 Blend 2015 Finca Sophenia Malbec/Cabernet/Syrah

1300m Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza

£10.25

Glass

Luigi Bosca 'Corte G' Rojo 2008/14

800m Maipú, Mendoza

£11.25

Glass

High Altitude Flight

2200–3111m Molinos, Salta - £25.50

Colomé Sauvignon Blanc 175ml

Colomé De Terruño Malbec 175ml

Late Harvest Wines

The low humidity in the wine regions makes the growth of botrytis on the grapes virtually impossible, but the extraordinary length of time that the grapes can hang on the vine allows for the production of late harvest wines which have remarkable intensity of flavour and balance

The Perfect Start

Starters

Manchego Arancini

Chipotle chutney, fresh Grana Padano and coriander cress

Spiced Beef Salami

Crayfish, rocket and avocado with a citrus vinaigrette

Mains

Roasted Sirloin of Beef

(£3.50 Supplement) The Gaucho Roast is served with roasted potatoes and Yorkshire pudding cooked in beef dripping. Accompanied by carrots tossed in churrasco marinade and broccoli. Served with a red wine gravy

Infused with chimichurri butter, with roasted garlic and grilled lemon

Oven Roasted Salmon

Crushed potato and spiced corn bisque

Desserts

Dulce De Leche Cheesecake

Hot salted dulce de leche and toasted marshmallow

Milk Chocolate and Praline Mousse

Biscotti and toasted hazelnuts

Coconut Panna Cotta

Passion fruit and winter berries

Banana Mess

Coconut cream, dulce de leche, honeycomb

Selection of Cheese

A selection of three Cryer & Stott cheeses. Served with caramelised onion chutney and oat cakes

Tasting

£78. A luxury experience that takes you on an exciting journey exploring the unique flavours that combine to demonstrate the excellence of Argentine cuisine through the selection of some of Gaucho's finest dishes

Beef Empanada

Hand diced beef, red peppers, raisins, Spanish onions and cumin

Tuna Ceviche

With guacamole

Crayfish Causita

Red onion, celery, green olive, coriander mayonnaise with boiled egg

Lomo Medallions 120g

Served with French beans and humita salteña

Tapa De Ancho 150g

Top of the rib-eye, served with chips and tomato salad

Palate Cleanser

Malbec sorbet

Dessert Sampler

Selection of seasonal desserts

Selection of Cheese

A selection of Cryer & Stott cheeses. Served with caramelised onion chutney and oat cakes

Cafetiere of Coffee and Truffles

Carnivore's Feast

£150. The ultimate beef lover's challenge. This menu is an indulgent celebration of what Gaucho does best. Devour mouthful after mouthful of the finest, most succulent and delicious Argentine beef. Offering a variety of different cuts expertly grilled and served with the perfect accompaniments; This supreme menu is a meaty and mighty gastronomic treat. Our feast of hedonistic pleasure also includes ice-cold craft beers, bold and powerful Malbec, sweet Argentinian Port style wine and finally a range of classic dark spirits… We dare you

Mains

Desserts

Dulce De Leche Cheesecake

Hot salted dulce de leche and toasted marshmallow

Banana and Coconut Mess

Cafetiere of Coffee or Selection of Tea

Electro Brunch - £49.95, £45 in Leeds & Manchester. Served from 11.00am - 4.00pm. An all inclusive menu, ask your host for dishes you would like, as many times as you would like. Some dishes may contain nuts. One drink per person at any one time. Beverage offering is valid for the duration of 2 hours from the reservation time

To Start

Medialuna

Peanut butter dulce de leche

Brunch

French Toast

Peanut butter dulce de leche

Beans on Toast

Spanish chorizo

Fried Provoleta

Caramelised onion chutney

Steak & Eggs 100g

Churrasco de cuadril with a fried egg

Gaucho Benedict

Salt beef

Eggs Florentine

Spinach

Eggs Royale

Smoked salmon

Bacon Sandwich

Smoked streaky bacon

Choripan Sandwich

Chorizo sausage and chimichurri

Smashed Avocado on Toast

With or without crispy bacon bits

Oven Baked Chorizo Sausage

Plum tomato, egg and mushroom

Banana Pancakes

Maple syrup or Nutella

Alcoholic Drinks

Gaucho Bloody Mary

Stolichnaya Gold Vodka, tomato juice, chimichurri, citrus, Tabasco

Aperol Spritz

A bitter sweet mix of Aperol and soda water topped up with Chandon Argentine sparkling wine

Rubia Pilsener Lager - 330ml

Domaine Chandon - 125ml

Sparkling Argentine wine

Juice Bar

Apple Gone Loupe

Green apple, cantaloupe melon and mint

Orange Zinger

Orange, carrots and ginger root

Available Friday & Saturday 10.00pm-1.00am. £25 per person

Main

The following dishes are served on a large sharing board

Manchego Arancini

Sweet onion chutney

Beef Empanadas

Hand diced beef, red peppers, raisins, Spanish onions and cumin

Chunky Truffle Chips

Parmesan

Tuna Ceviche Spoons

Guacamole ￼

Mini Burgers

Provolone, garlic mayonnaise, homemade ketchup

Shrimp Chicharron

Coconut and ginger dressing

Pan De Bono

Chimichurri

Cuadril Anticuchos

Ají panca

Spanish Mini Pincho

Balsamic glaze

Cocktails

£10.95

Belvedere Spritz

Delicate on the palate, Belvedere Vodka paired with the soft aromatic notes of Lillet Blanc. This aperitif has no added sugar, providing sophistication without the potency of a Martini. This spritz is served tailored to your palate

Took the special offer menu aka after dark menu. The 3 course meal was really good. Nice ambience in the restaurant and service was good as well. Will return to this place in the future and try other food on the menu.

This was not my first time at Gaucho, I keep on visiting it whenever I travel to London and every guest I invite, feels awsome at the atmosphere, variety of meals and wine list if offers. A piece of Argentina in Central London.

The place is really nice, the staff was extremely helpful and professional. The food was alright, i asked for a rare steak, i got a medium one. The sides were good but nothing exceptional. it was nice however to receive a complimentary desert for my birtdhay.

Very good steak and good attentive service. Good location very close to the Tube so no problems with transit. Worth the cost for the meal the steak is very well prepared. The salad and spinach were also quite good.

Visited on 11th feb. Food was beautiful as were the cocktails. Staff were friendly knowledgeable and courteous. Nothing was too much trouble and such attention to detail. Would thoroughly recommend. I had rump and my husband had rib eye both were amazing.Try the butterscotch cocktail worth a try.

Booked a few weeks ago for my wife’s birthday. I was quite disappointed at the table allocated to us. It was right beside the door and being a very cold night the wind was blowing in it meant we were quite cold. There was an electric heater but did not work!!. I’m sure this table could be used as a last resort for people who have not booked and looking for a table on spec, but the fact we pre booked and was put there was not really good enough in my opinion.Food was good as we have been before, service good but felt a little rushed because it was busy .

Fantastic experience at Gaucho Piccadilly. Meal was booked to celebrate my partners 30th Birthday celebrations and they did not disappoint! We were greeted by a glass of prosecco had the best fillet steaks we've ever had and he was given a desert plate wishing him a happy birthday. All in All, an excellent, memorable night.

First time visiting and we all had a great time. Especially liked the cozy bar area on the second floor (which I assume doubles up as a roof terrace in summer). Service, food and ambiance excellent. One slightly not so good comment : the toilets on the ground floor were very small and there were only 2! not enough for a very large restaurant and had to queue.